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Optimised Medical Supplies Ltd

UK supplier of medical equipment, PPE, surgical supplies and specialist medical transport.

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    11 Deakins Road
    Birmingham, B25 8DX
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    Mon–Fri 08:30-17:30

    Transport: 24/7 on-call

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Registered in England & Wales, company no. 14185351.

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    Deep-dives on the brands and SKUs we stock, with clinical context.

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    Sharps containers in three sizes on a clinical surface

    Product Spotlights

    Sharps Bins Explained: Sizes, Lid Colours and When to Use Each

    What the different sharps container lid colours mean under UK guidance, how to size a bin for your setting, and the fill and closure rules that keep you compliant.

    21 Jul 2026·5 min